Of course there are some legal steps that have to be performed precisely (or the process can take awhile).There is nothing that makes me happier then the shine in someones eye when you agree to finance the property when the banks would not... but at the end of the day, it has to make financial sense for the both of us.Hope this helps!

Is she looking for a lump sum or would she be happier with cash flow? 

My Dad quit a job he hated and went to work retail and he was never happier.  

@Rick Baggenstoss I totally understand and the fact that its my first deal I am happier that I am doing my research and getting input, than being disappointed its not a good deal.

I've got a network that wants to pay all cash for drive-able properties in the Greater Seattle Area (probably tri-county) and they will probably go for lower cap rates.But for my personal investments I get happier at 10+ caps.

Since I tend to over fix when tenants leave, the longer they stay the happier I usually am.

I used to hang my license with Weichert however I'm much happier now at Keller Williams.

@Charlie Hampton I couldn't be any happier to hear that this low life is out of your life.

This property is in a very stable area with a solid rental base and will realize steady appreciation, so my decision is easy.Glad I found this thread and took the time to work this out, for me, I'm much happier putting my money to work elsewhere.  

So when considering the question...Should I invest in the betterment of my properties you must consider not only the monetary aspects but also the "non-tangibles" How much happier will you be with really good tenants in your property versus ones that you can bare.